January weather forecast
Powhatan, WV

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Powhatan, West Virginia, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In Powhatan, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

Rainfall

In Powhatan, in January, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Powhatan, in January, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow. In Powhatan, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Powhatan is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

How cold does it get in January?

In Powhatan, 39.2°F (4°C) is the average high-temperature and 25°F (-3.9°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Powhatan, the average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Powhatan, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Powhatan, WV

Average temperature in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in January
Powhatan, WV

Average pressure in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Powhatan, WV

Average wind speed in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Powhatan, WV

Average humidity in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Powhatan, WV

Average rainfall in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Powhatan, WV

Average rainfall days in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Powhatan, WV

Average snowfall in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Powhatan, WV

Average snowfall days in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Powhatan, WV

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Powhatan, WV

Average sunshine days in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Powhatan, WV

Average UV index in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Powhatan, WV

Average cloud cover in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Powhatan, WV

Average visibility in January - Powhatan, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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